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How to spot hypothermia in pets
With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.
PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
Kennel Club to host free webinar as part of commitment to...
The Kennel Club’s health team is hosting a free webinar for owners, breeders and veterinary professionals who would like to find out more about brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS), a progressive breathing disorder that can impair a dog’s ability to exercise, play, eat and sleep.
The webinar, part of a...
Suspended prison sentence for Lancashire woman who kept 11 animals in...
A woman who allowed cats and dogs to suffer in appalling conditions at her faeces-strewn home has been given a 10-week prison sentence, suspended for 18 months, and banned from keeping all animals for five years.
Louise Tucker was told by magistrates she had come “very close to imprisonment” after...
Cheeky spaniel Percy lands himself in dog house and needing life-saving...
A borders veterinary practice has been praised for saving the life of a mischievous spaniel who ate the plastic lining of his owner’s car boot.
Percy, a 13-month-old black and white cocker spaniel, is lucky to be alive after becoming extremely ill when he ate the boot liner while travelling...
Burgess Pet Care’s Sensitive Dog Food secures listing with another major...
Burgess Pet Care is delighted to announce that it has secured its second major supermarket listing in as many months for Burgess Sensitive dog food.
The complete range of Burgess Sensitive, comprising 2kg bags in Puppy, Lamb, Salmon, Turkey, and Senior, has today landed on Asda’s shelves, initially across 161 stores...
Dogs Trust issues advice to keep dogs safe during September heatwave
As the country basks in some surprise September sunshine, Dogs Trust has issued a reminder to dog owners that there is no safe amount of time to leave dogs alone in a car during the hot weather – even a few minutes could prove to be fatal.
With summer finally...
Vets issue hot weather warning as September brings late summer heatwave
Vets have issued an emergency warning to dog owners, cautioning that temperatures above 20C could put your dog at risk of heatstroke.
With temperatures predicted to rise above 30C in parts of the UK this week, including London and the South East - the UK’s leading emergency pet emergency service, Vets...
Ask a vet: Why is my dog scooting its bum?
When you think of dogs in pop culture, you almost always see a scene in the movies where a dog is scooting, and it’s always funny, but in real life, if you spot your dog scooting, it may be a sign of a deeper issue in your dog's digestive...
Surge in hot weather pet advice searches as RSPCA warns of...
The RSPCA is urging animal lovers to protect pets and help wildlife during this week’s hot weather as the charity reports a massive surge in those seeking heatwave advice for their pets.
As temperatures look set to top 25°C (77°F) in many parts of the country this week despite autumn...
Keeping your dog hydrated during a heatwave
The UK is gearing up for another heatwave this week, which can impact a pet's health.
With that in mind, the experts at natural dog food brand Harringtons have shared their tips on how to tell if your dog is dehydrated and the amount of water they should drink a...
Couple claimed ‘incredibly thin’ German Shepherd dogs were ‘getting better’
A couple from Northumberland have been banned from keeping animals for five years after their two German Shepherd dogs were found in an emaciated condition.
Margaret Stanners and Kieron Cruise, both of Benridge Park, Blyth, pleaded guilty to two offences of causing unnecessary suffering to the two canines, a male...
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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...
A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer.
Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent.
She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex.
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